Method and apparatus for managing an ad hoc wireless network

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6381467
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09602185

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In an ad hoc wireless network having a plurality of members (100) a master, while communicating on a first communication channel, recognizes (202) a need for assistance in managing the network. In response to the need, the master negotiates (204) with a member of the ad hoc wireless network for the member to become a sub-master. The sub-master then assumes (206) management of a portion of the plurality of members. The sub-master and the portion then communicate (208) on a second communication channel negotiated with the master.

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GOOGLE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LLC1600 AMPHITHEATRE PARKWAY MOUNTAIN VIEW CA 94043

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Goldberg, Steve Jeffrey Fort Worth, TX 1 148
Hill, Thomas Casey Crystal Lake, IL 39 1767
Souissi, Slim San Diego, CA 64 2183

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